
Mike Nesper
Freelance WriterNesper is a freelance writer based in Washington, D.C.
Nesper is a freelance writer based in Washington, D.C.
Internship and mentoring programs are popular among some of the nations top advisory firms, but they also know it takes more than a cursory relationship with universities to recruit and retain talented producers. See how brokerages such as Arthur J. Gallagher, Lockton, Willis and USI Insurance Services are securing the loyalty of the nations up-and-coming elite advisers.
Internship and mentoring programs are popular among some of the nations leading advisory firms, as is maintaining strong relationships with universities. But brokerages must also work to dispel misconceptions many people have about the industry if they want to ensure they can develop enough home-grown talent.
When a stock deal is amended, typically the shareholders of one company feel theyre being shortchanged, says USIs Michael Turpin, who shares his views on the new merger agreement and what it could mean for the industry as a whole.
TW shareholders sued Towers Watson over the original merger now stockholders of both companies have a new agreement to consider.
Deficits rose for both single-employer and multiemployer programs, a new report finds. Yet, the pension community is hopeful the new PBGC director will create a better future.
New business for validated employee benefit producers decreased over the past three years. Organic growth for independent brokers has also slowed. However, mergers are on a record-setting pace.
Outliving retirement savings is an issue that individuals must face, and a qualified longevity annuity contract is one way to address the problem as lifespans increase.
Single-employer premiums are set to increase, which could lead to fewer pension plans, resulting in less demand for DB consultants, ERIC CEO says.
A more competitive health insurance market is favorable, but not always possible. Brokers operating in a market controlled by only a few carriers need to offer a wide variety of services in order to retain clients and increase sales.
Return on investment is no longer the main measuring stick, with employers instead focusing on overall value, new research finds.